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Cartesian grid movement from a point and a vector

This math skill explains how to locate a new point on a Cartesian grid by starting at a given point and moving according to a vector's instructions. The vector indicates rightward and upward moves, determining the new position.

Learn cartesian grid movement from a point and a vector

Teaching Transcript

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Where do we land when starting at point 'A' and moving by 2 comma 3?

The first coordinate, the 2, is to the right.

The second coordinate, the 3, is up

So we arrive at point 'B' which is at 3 comma 5

Skill Practice

Cartesian grid movement from a point and a vector

Test your understanding of cartesian grid movement from a point and a vector by practicing it! Work through the below exercises to use it in practice.